Cheap Thrills

Student Wellbeing Program

This Program is:

A highly engaging one-man show for high school students that addresses risk-taking, substance use, resilience, mental health and choices. Supported by a Q&A and curriculum-aligned classroom resources.

This fast-paced live performance is about that split second when we reach a crossroad, make a choice, take a risk and possibly change our lives forever. It looks at the potential impact of our choices on wellbeing and mental health.

Andy and his friends binge drink, use cannabis and are confused by the hormones racing around their bodies. His girlfriend has access to MDMA and his sister takes risks on social media. This dangerous cocktail explodes into one dramatic incident that results in the loss of his mate Jamie.

The actor takes us on Andy’s journey, skillfully portraying the people in his life and their individual struggles. Andy uses substances to cope with stress and anxiety, as he tries to come to terms with the choices he has made. He discovers the best decision of all is to stand up, ask for help and take responsibility for his actions.

Best and most relevant performance I have seen for this age group! The actor was outstanding and you could sense the connection with the students. 10/10

Exemplary! Students could see their lives reflected in the performance. 10/10

A roller coaster of emotions! Students were totally engaged and showed compassion for the characters. They were challenged to think about consequences and taking responsibility for their actions. 10/10

So impressed with the performance! I strongly believe the production will help students make positive changes in their lives - especially coming from a young, talented person to whom they can look up to. 10/10

Awesome! Unique! 100% engagement! Real life scenarios: peer pressure, decision-making, parties, risk-taking and mental health. 10/10

Another great school theatre production from Brainstorm! The actor, as all your staff, was excellent! Talented, respectful and authentic, with the ability to quickly connect with the audience. 10/10

Brilliant, realistic, clever, captivating! Subtly offered facts, positive choices and consequences! Great Q&A and emotional connection with the students. 10/10

Explored relevant aspects of our school wellbeing program in an imaginative, accessible way. Encouraged reflection on risk taking and supported out mental health program, PBL and safe use of ICT. 10/10

Fantastic one-man show! Students connected with the storyline and the message was clear. Loved the discussion – gave students insights into consequences and made them think about their own choices. Excellent! 10/10

Clear strong messages for senior students presented in an engaging way. Well-led, valuable debrief was vital to student outcomes. Supports out school welfare program 10/10

Amazing! Students loved it! Informative, clever, humorous and relevant. Supports our student wellbeing program. Fantastic! 10/10

Very informative and entertaining! Students learnt about risk-taking, harm minimisation strategies, where to go for help and ways to make positive changes. 10/10

Each high school program includes:

A 50 minute live theatre performance, with themes and outcomes aligned with the curriculum and key wellbeing, bullying and cyber safety frameworks. The actors are young, professional performers who are positive role models for your students.
A 5-10 minute discussion with the students, in which key themes and practical strategies are explored and help-seeking information is provided. Students also have the opportunity to ask the actors questions.
A Teacher Resource Pack, containing:
- Pre-performance resources, including permission slip, newsletter insert, promotional tools, compliance documents and everything else you need to prepare for the day.
- Curriculum-aligned classroom resources, including lesson plans, discussion points, extension activities, worksheets and online resources.
- Printable A3 colour posters to promote the show.
Full support from our Booking Coordinators, who are available from 8am to 5pm weekdays to guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have.

Cheap Thrills Resilience Program Covers:

The Australian Curriculum: General Capabilities (Personal & Social Capability, Ethical Understanding, Critical & Creative Thinking, Intercultural Understanding, Literacy), HPE, The Arts, English, Respect Matters Curriculum Connection.

NSW: PDHPE, Creative Arts, English.

VIC: Drama, Critical & Creative Thinking, English, Ethical Capability, HPE, Civics & Citizenship, Intercultural Capability, Personal & Social Capability.

Also supports: The Australian Student Wellbeing Framework, The National Education Initiative (Be You), National Framework for Values Education in Australian Schools & Pastoral Care. Supports Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL), and other programs that promote student wellbeing, anti bullying, behaviour management, resilience, mental health and positive relationships in schools.

Please Note: This performance contains references to a motor vehicle accident, loss of life, alcohol/drug use and mental health issues. Teachers please contact us to discuss if you have any concerns about this content. Mental health references are followed up with relevant help-seeking information and are informed by Mindframe’s guidelines for portraying mental ill-health on stage and screen.

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